Couch to 5k why can't I stick it.....grrr. It drives me nuts. I think I need a running partner, maybe this is the answer. Think I have had 3 attempts. I really enjoy it. Might put the feelers out again to some of my FB friends to see if anyone wants to join me.
Friday morning and thinking out loud ha ha
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I did this with my sister - not together as we live in different towns, and not necessarily at the same time, but roughly. We texted each other our progress, tips and generally encouraged each other along the way.
But what is it that stops you - pain, injury, too hard, or no reason you just stop?
I've done this three times now.... once really successfully and ran a few times a week until I injured myself,and once half way through until I got I'll.
What helps is planning when I run and sticking to it (though I've been known to run earlier) and accountability.
So yes a running partner,either in person or just doing it at same day as you.
Or general accountability... do you have someone who will nag you to go? It's easier to make excuses to ourselves than others.
I've joined a local running club, and the range of runners is amazing - last week someone finished parkrun in under 16 mins (eek!) while I plodded along today in 44 minutes - but everyone is looked after and out for just the same. Definitely worth seeing what's about locally - good luck!
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